Stay in the middle of San Rafael.
Where to stay in San Rafael
Design-led stays in the neighborhoods that make San Rafael worth the trip, close to the food, the walks, and everything you came to see.

Pick the part of the city to wake up in.
Stays grouped by the way people travel, so you can start from the trip you want rather than a list of rooms in San Rafael.
San Rafael travel questions, answered.
Quick answers to the questions travelers ask most.
Discover top family-friendly travel options in or near San Rafael. If you're planning a trip or vacation to San Rafael, consider spending a week or two at any of our welcoming family-allowed hotels, resorts, or other recommended properties. These are renowned as the Top Vacation Rentals and Places to Stay in San Rafael:
Sonder™ regularly updates its listings to offer a diverse selection of accommodations, each with clear details on family amenities. Currently, there are over 1 active properties listed by Sonder in 2026 in the San Rafael area, with new additions daily. By aggregating listings from various websites and travel providers, Sonder delivers a vast array of top places to stay that are perfect for families visiting San Rafael.
Discover top family-friendly travel options in or near San Rafael. If you're planning a trip or vacation to San Rafael, consider spending a week or two at any of our welcoming family-allowed hotels, resorts, or other recommended properties. These are renowned as the Top Vacation Rentals and Places to Stay in San Rafael:
Sonder™ regularly updates its listings to offer a diverse selection of accommodations, each with clear details on family amenities. Currently, there are over 1 active properties listed by Sonder in 2026 in the San Rafael area, with new additions daily. By aggregating listings from various websites and travel providers, Sonder delivers a vast array of top places to stay that are perfect for families visiting San Rafael.
Go with curiosity. Come back with stories.
The best trips rarely go exactly as planned. Sonder keeps you closer to the neighborhoods, kitchens, and small moments that make a city worth remembering.